Why Punta Espinoza in Fernandina Island is One of the Top Attractions in the Galapagos Islands

The Reasons Punta Espinoza on Fernandina Island Is Among the Best Galapagos Islands Attractions 

 Travelers seeking a little adventure will find the Galapagos Islands to be an amazing destination to visit. Find out why Punta Espinoza, a visitor site on Fernandina Island, is one of the best places to come all year long. 

 Best 6 Reasons to Go to Punta Espinoza on Fernandina Island in the Galapagos Islands 

 Six hundred kilometers off the coast of Ecuador are the 19 distinct islands that make up the Galapagos Islands. They are renowned for having an abundance of species in a well protected natural area from development. Among the main draws for travelers to the area each year are its volcanoes, serene beaches, and isolated areas. The western island of Fernandina and its sole tourist destination, Punta Espinoza, are among the best locations to go. This area offers breathtaking views and unique animals. A really interesting place to explore. 

6. Pools with little deep

 On the island, you will probably find several small ponds close to the locations where big Green Sea turtles and crabs may be discovered. In the pools, many of the creatures wait for high tide, and they are amiable with those who like to approach them closely. Though they spend the day in the ponds, many of these species are trying to return to the ocean. A striated heron would often wait patiently for a fish to pass by before stretching its long neck to grab the delectable meal. 

5. Activities in Water

 A fantastic method to see the famous marine life of the Galapagos Islands up close is by snorkeling [/caption] 

 Fernandina Island’s Punta Espinosa is another well-liked destination because of the year-round water sports offered there. A lot of people come here to swim and see the underwater fauna, or to follow the iguanas about as they spend their time searching the water for food. If the weather permits, a lot of tourists go swimming on the island, which gives them the amazing chance to wade in the water close to frolicking sea lions who are sometimes spotted in groups. Those who choose to spend longer time in the sea and explore the ocean’s depths can also go scuba diving on live-aboard yachts. 

4. Gorgeous Views

 The rocky island of Fernandina provides breathtaking sweeping vistas of the Pacific. It is a stunning location for photos because of the azure seas, and there are great views of Isabela Island nearby. Most explorers are captivated by its volcano’s form, which resembles a massive upside-down saucer dish. When swimming or snorkeling in the Pacific Ocean, visitors may also enjoy exploring the underwater environment and snapping images of the marine life. 

 Situated somewhat above the gravel beaches, mangrove trees are another type of tree found on the island. It’s possible to spot sea lions lounging in the sun or having a swim, creating a scene that’s almost surreal. Since the island is new, not many people have established profitable businesses there. 

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3. Pleasant Weather

Couple strolling on a lovely Fernandina Island day [/caption] 

December through May are the months with the warmest temperatures on the Galapagos Island of Fernandina. Since most days have an abundance of sunshine, the land is inhabited by the chilly marine iguanas, who take pleasure in the light from the beach. The average temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and there may occasionally be mild breezes. It’s astonishing to learn, though, that in August and September, one might experience a completely subtropical climate with brisk drizzle thanks to the Cromwell Current’s upwelling waters. 

2. Volcanoes in Active States

As a result of being home to one of the world’s most active volcanoes, Punta Espinoza on Fernandina Island has a large number of lava rocks accessible. Its last eruption occurred in April 2009, making it the youngest volcano in the Galapagos. 

It’s common for tour operators to advise wearing walking shoes on your Galapagos cruise in order to help you stay stable on the rocky terrain and enable safe and comfortable island exploration. Both sand and lava are covered in a lot of the treks and guided excursions. 

1. The Natural Wildlife

There are an estimated 100,000 black and gray iguanas living in Punta Espinoza on Fernandina Island. They are not frightened of people and travel freely, therefore even in situations when there are many of people around, they usually lie in big mounds without moving. On Punta Espinoza, one may also see many birds and sea lions. The island’s western position makes it one of those isolated destinations worth seeing. As part of the wildlife experience, guests may also see common critters including sea lions, flightless cormorants, pelicans, blue-footed boobies, and sally lightfoot crabs. 

On Fernandina Island, our tourists engaging with a flightless cormorant  

Great photo possibilities arise for visitors when they witness several iguanas swimming and searching for food beneath the water. Since the iguanas are constantly looking for algae, they may submerge themselves for up to an hour. As they swim and search for food, their body temperature might decrease by around 20°F. As a result, they must lie down on the lava rock to warm up quickly and to digest their meal. They are able to effectively detect a heated body temperature due to their black coloring. 

 The island is home to the biggest known population of Galapagos iguanas, which gives the lava rocks an illusion of movement as the reptiles mix in with the island’s natural vegetation. Since no animal has been brought to the island, it is certain that it happened naturally and without human assistance. 

 As they try to eliminate extra salt through their extremely developed salt glands, many iguanas may actually be heard snorting salt throughout the day. In order to keep a salty mixture from impairing their internal metabolic processes, these glands operate as a third kidney. When they swim in the water, the majority of these reptiles consume food once a day. 

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 Edited and reviewed by Francisco Dousdebés
Photographs by Francisco Dousdebés